This week has been particularly trying for me. On Monday night I got rushed to the hospital by Eric. As it turns out I had a kidney stone. All of you that have had one are now sympathizing.. Ouch. Some say that it is the equivalent to giving birth. If that is the case, any foolish notions I had of giving birth naturally have now been thrown out the window. The pain was like being run over by a car on my hip and then upon standing up being punched in the gut by a professional boxer. Never, ever, do I wish that kind of pain on anyone, not even my enemies. While in the ER I fell in love with my husband all over again. He will make the best birthing coach ever. He was efficient with information for the hospital staff and patient with me as I hurled snappy remarks about not touching my stomach. On Tuesday afternoon I passed the kidney stone. What a relief! I had a burst of energy and went out to get ready for my birthday celebration (Yes, my birthday was on April 5th). Eric and I had a lovely evening at PassionFish in Reston. As a result of the stress of the kidney stone and my "yearly" exam my period came early this month. A whole six days early. Chris (the nurse coordinator) at Dr. Khan's office took pity on me and the rest of the week it detailed below.
Now for the IVF news, I am still healthy, all tests are done and as of tonight at 6pm I will be starting the first step in my official IVF Cycle, birth control. Sounds funny to be on birth control when you are trying to conceive but there is a reason. Not only will the doctors have more control over my cycle but it help to prevent hyper-stimulation of my ovary. This was a very serious concern for me as they still believe I only have one functioning ovary.
In other news my required women's yearly visit went very well. They had already received notification from Dr. Khan's office that I had moved over to his facility. My exam went smoothly and I am all set to see the OBGYN (Dr. Tudder) when I become pregnant. :D
As if this week hasn't been exciting enough we received a letter from the doctor's office indicating to us what our cost will be. It is right in line with what we were hoping for. God is so wonderful to us as it is the amount that we have left on our Flexible Spending Account Card! We feel so incredibly blessed and reassured that this is our Lord's timing. We are feeling an enormous amount of peace. Please keep prayers covering us during this highly emotional time.
Upcoming events: Eric has a manly appointment on Wednesday and then we have our follow-up with Dr. Khan as scheduled on Friday (April 15th- our 11 year anniversary). After this appointment we will have an actual schedule of events of which I will update you all on. For our anniversary Eric and I will be going to the Inn at Little Washington for a feasting experience like none other and then maybe catching a museum exhibit over the weekend.
Resting comfortably in HIS grip,
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Nichole Nathan
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